This is a petty nice card. It's like comparing Bolt with Burst Lightning(vaguely), when comparing this to Fork. The option and flexibility make it not as good initially, but for more effect if you get it late game.

Also note that it can be fetched out of your deck by Sunforger. Since the searched for card is actually played, you can opt to play the Buyback cost (an additional cost) and put it into your hand after it resolves.